Halifax

Past, present and future come together in this unique harbour city.

Halifax has long been an important military and naval installation, as well as a main port of immigration for many boatloads of new Canadians arriving from Europe. The political capital of Nova Scotia, Halifax is considered by many to be the Toronto of the Maritimes. Its many universities, art galleries, museums, theaters and shopping districts make it a city much enjoyed by visitors. Halifax's history, culture and clean, scenic surroundings make it the ideal place to begin experiencing Atlantic Canada.

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Bus Tour of Halifax

Halifax : Bus Tour of Halifax

Halifax : Halifax Boardwalk

Halifax : Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is the oldest and largest Maritime Museum in Canada. The original concept of the Museum can be credited to a group of Royal Canadian Navy officers who envisioned a maritime museum where relics of Canada’s naval past could be conserved.

Halifax : The Discovery Centre

Can you remember that “light bulb” moment when you first figured out how something worked? Or can you recall the feeling you got when you first discovered that most of your body is made up of water? Discovery Centre specializes in creating those light bulb moments for children and young people.

Halifax : Provincial Legislature

Halifax : Nova Scotia Art Gallery

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the largest art museum in Atlantic Canada. With locations in downtown Halifax and downtown Yarmouth, the Gallery houses the Province's art collection and offers a range of exhibitions and programming.